1989 Maserati 430 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 430 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
